Tiny Home with Observatory near Rodeo, New Mexico & Portal, AZ

Welcome to Valley Vista Getaway, your peaceful desert retreat in southwestern New Mexico, just minutes from Rodeo, NM and Portal, AZ.

Stay in an award-winning tiny home surrounded by 360° mountain and valley views, and experience some of the darkest Bortle 1 skies in the United States.

Perfect for astronomers, birdwatchers, hikers, herpers, and photographers, this serene getaway offers the ultimate blend of comfort, quiet, and cosmic beauty.

🏆 Rated Exceptional on VRBO and featured in LuxLife Magazine


🌠 Highlights

🔭 Private On-Site Observatory (Bortle 1 skies!)

🌄 Panoramic 360° Desert & Mountain Views

🌵 Minutes from Cave Creek Canyon & Chiricahua
Mountains

🛏 1 Bedroom | 1 Bath | Sleeps 2

💨 WiFi, A/C & Heat, Smart Roku TV, Laundry, Full Kitchen

√ Bright, Open Design with High Ceilings & Large Windows

🚫 No Fire Pit or Outside Grill (burn ban restrictions)



🌌 Stargazing & Astronomy Experiences

🔭 Bring your telescope and use our on-site roll-off roof observatory, equipped with:

√ Electricity, WiFi & Ethernet
√ 10’x12’ viewing space for up to two telescopes
√ Monitor hookup, wind guards & storage shelf

🔭🔭Or join host John for a personal star party under pristine dark skies — free for all guests!
Observe the moon, planets, nebulae, and star clusters, and learn the constellations with expert guidance.

☀️ Also available: Daytime solar viewing through a professional solar telescope.



🌵 Perfect for Nature Lovers

√ Explore nearby attractions:

√ Cave Creek Canyon, Arizona – World-class birding & hiking trails

√ Chiricahua Mountains – Home to rare wildlife and scenic hikes

√ San Simon Valley – Desert serenity and unforgettable sunsets

Ideal for birders, hikers, herpers, rock hounds, and astrophotographers seeking solitude and adventure.



🛏 Inside the Tiny Home

🛋 Cozy Living Area: Smart Roku TV (ABC, NBC, CBS & streaming), electric fireplace

🍳 Fully Equipped Kitchen: Stove, oven, microwave, dishwasher, refrigerator, coffee maker, toaster, blender, crockpot, and utensils

🛏 Bedroom: Queen bed, soft linens, USB charging ports, storage space

🚿 Bathroom: Step-in shower, taller toilet, grab bar, hair dryer

🎛️ Laundry: Washer and dryer in unit

💨 Comfort: Air conditioning, heat, electric fireplace and ceiling fans

🌐 Internet: Fast 15 Mbps WiFi


💰 Rates

Nightly: $95 + tax

Weekly: $450 + tax

Monthly: $1,450 + tax

Cleaning Fee: $25 per stay

2-night minimum stay required.


💫 Why Guests Love It

⭐ “The best stargazing Airbnb we’ve ever stayed at.”
⭐ “Beautiful, quiet, and spotless — the host’s astronomy knowledge made our trip unforgettable.”
⭐ “Perfect for birding, hiking, and relaxing under the Milky Way.”


🌟 Book Your Desert Adventure Today

Unplug. Look up. Discover the universe from your doorstep.

Experience New Mexico’s Valley Vista Getaway — where the stars feel close enough to touch.

✨ Reserve your stay today and enjoy a one-of-a-kind astronomy and nature experience!

Tiny Home with Observatory near Rodeo, New Mexico & Portal, AZ offers its guests laundry facilities. WiFi is free in public spaces.

This Animas cabin is smoke free.